Female, From San Buenaventura, United States, Living in Tacoma, United States

Local time: Mar 03 11:15 (Pacific Standard Time)

I am trying to figure out how to get back to Japan. It may take a few years, but I really want to visit my family there. I want to really improve my Japanese so I can talk with Hiroe and the grandparents, as well as make new friends. Last time I went

I am trying to figure out how to get back to Japan. It may take a few years, but I really want to visit my family there. I want to really improve my Japanese so I can talk with Hiroe and the grandparents, as well as make new friends. Last time I went, I was still very shy about my speaking, and learning Japanese was difficult for me. Now, I still don't know very much Japanese, but I am much more comfortable so I am ready to practice talking. I know my accent is horrible. When I go back to Japan, I will be bringing my husband and daughter. I am really interested in learning the way Japanese is spoken to children, so I can help her prepare as well.

When I'm not getting my family ready for Japan, I keep chickens, read and write, and attend births as a doula. That means I help the mother with massage, relaxation, and understanding the process as she has her baby.

Okay. So I am especially hoping to meet friends who can write to me in Japanese. We can skype too! I can help you with English practice as well. If you live in Japan, maybe I can meet you when I finally go back!